Love and Sex in an Age of Pornography

The Influence of Pornography on Young People

The internet age has revolutionised the porn business. On televisions, laptops and mobile phones, porn is increasingly accessible and free to view for all. How has this 'Porn Revolution' shaped young peoples' nascent ideas and expectations of love, sex and relationships?

We follow a group of teenagers who, with unflinching honesty and realism, reflect on the influence of porn on their lives. Has it changed their sexual tastes and behaviours? What are the differences between boys and girls in their approach to porn? What is the effect of the porn industry's move into ever more hardcore scenes?

With exclusive behind the scenes access to the stars and directors at the centre of the international porn industry in LA and Budapest, Love and Sex in an Age of Pornography provides intimate insights into all sides of the porn industry - from the gritty details of porn's production to its effects on curious youngsters - exposing the bare reality behind the fantasy.

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